If you love history, art or science, you will definitely want to visit the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh. The Carnegie Institute operates the Carnegie Museums, and two of the four facilities can be found alongside the headquarters. Visit the Carnegie Museum of Art and the Museum of Natural History in the same complex, or travel a bit to see the Carnegie Science Center and the Andy Warhol Museum.
Listen to the majestic music of the Squonk Opera, accompanied by the visual art and acting elements. This contemporary opera has grown from a group of 10-20 artists creating post-industrial performances in a Pittsburgh junkyard to an internationally known touring company. You may have seen their appearance on the popular TV show, America’s Got Talent.
Visit the Cultural District’s newest nightlife hot spot for live entertainment and drinks. The Backstage Bar offers Pittsburghers a fun, classy place to enjoy casual food prepared by award-winning Chef Toni Pais as well as an outstanding list of premium wines, spirits, specialty drinks and beers. The Backstage Bar is open to the public, no tickets required, and often features free performances by local bands.